Recall 15V053000: 2013–2014 Brammo Empulse R and 1 other model
- Report received
- Feb 2, 2015
- Manufacturer
- Brammo, Inc.
- Potentially affected
- 149vehicles
- Model years
- 2013–2014
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Brammo, Inc. (Brammo) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Empulse and Empulse R motorcycles manufactured November 19, 2012, to July 8, 2014. Oil leaking from the transmission breather tube may blow onto the rear fender and tire.
Possible consequence
If oil leaks and contacts the rear tire, a loss of control may occur, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Brammo will notify owners, and dealers will install a new transmission breather baffle kit, free of charge. The recall began on February 11, 2015. Owners may contact Brammo customer service at 1-541-482-9555.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2013 Brammo Empulse1 complaints
- 2014 Brammo Empulse0 complaints
- 2013 Brammo Empulse R0 complaints
- 2014 Brammo Empulse R1 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.